Pardon the Interruption Season 16 Episode 31 Feb 17, 2017

Pardon the Interruption is a sports talk show that covers various sporting events, trending topics in the sports industry, and previews upcoming events. This show is hosted by Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon.

In season 16 episode 31, which aired on February 17, 2017, fans were treated to another exciting edition of Pardon the Interruption. The episode opened with Tony and Michael discussing Kyrie Irving's all-star-game start. Michael expressed his disappointment that Kyrie did not start. He explained that Kyrie is an exceptional player and has helped Cleveland Cavaliers win the 2016 NBA championship. Tony chimed in and agreed that Kyrie is a great player and that he was overcome with disbelief when his name was not called as a starter.

The two hosts then moved on to talk about the return of Kevin Durant to Oklahoma City Thunder. Tony and Michael discussed the hot boos that Kevin Durant received when he first returned to his former team's stadium. They analyzed the impact that Durant's move to Golden State Warriors had on his personal brand and career. They both agreed that Durant's big move was bad for the league and the Chicago Cubs win of 2016 was a better story.

Tony and Michael then turned their attention to NBA news, discussing the recent trade of DeMarcus Cousins from Sacramento Kings to New Orleans Pelicans. Michael opined that this was a great move for Pelicans but possibly a huge mistake for Kings. Tony disagreed, saying that Kings made the right decision for their team.

The show then shifted gears as the hosts discussed the new rules for Major League Baseball season 2017. Tony and Michael both expected that the changes are for the better. They delved into various aspects of the game like pitchers, plate appearances, and mound time. They both felt that some player performance levels would increase, while others might struggle to adjust quickly.

The final topic of discussion was the upcoming Academy Awards, which were just days away. Tony and Michael had different opinions on who would win Best Actor, Best Picture, and Best Director. Tony was sure that Ladies are going to rock the show. Michael expressed his desire for a surprise as it had been a predictable Awards season.

In season 16 episode 31, Pardon the Interruption hosts delivered their opinions on various topics from NBA, MLB, and Academy Awards. They engaged in healthy debates, giving viewers solid insights into the sports industry. The show also promised a lot of surprises in the upcoming Academy Awards, leaving the audience waiting for what was to come. Overall, it was an exciting episode that kept sports fans glued to their screens and entertained.